Events: Top Kid-Friendly Activities For The Week

Peppa Pig is coming to the Beacon Theatre this weekend during "Peppa Pig's Big Splash." — Peppa Pig is coming to the Beacon Theatre this weekend during “Peppa Pig’s Big Splash.”

Bummed about the cooler temps this week? Cheer up! We’ve got some spectacular seasonal events on the horizon, including an annual Children’s Carnival in Queens and a family-friendly day for do-gooders in midtown Manhattan. If indoors is where you’d rather hang, choose an oink-tastic musical show, a cool science fest, or a storytelling soiree. Plus, don’t forget to check out our final two camp fairs of the season this weekend. Enjoy!

Saturday, April 9-Sunday, April 10

Children’s Carnival
Queens County Farm Museum
11am-6pm
The Queens County Farm Museum invites you to its spring Children’s Carnival in the apple orchard! There will be carnival rides, hayrides, games, prizes, and other entertaining activities. Head to the farm museum for a day of outdoor fun! Food will be available for purchase. Admission is $12. This event will also take place on Saturday, April 16 & Sunday, April 17.

“Peppa Pig Live! Peppa Pig’s Big Splash”
The Beacon Theatre
Various times
Peppa Pig, George, and all their friends are headed to the Beacon Theatre for “Peppa Pig Live! Peppa’s Big Splash.” Join them for a song-and-dance adventure, games, and more in a fully immersive musical production. Based on the popular “Peppa Pig” television series, the show is filled with familiar and original songs. You and your preschooler are sure to have a blast as you sing along and help Peppa and friends fix their nursery roof! Recommended for ages 2 to 5. Tickets start at $40.

New York Family Camp Fairs
Saturday, April 9: St. Jean Baptiste High School on the Upper East Side (167 East 75th Street)
Sunday, April 10: Congregation Rodeph Sholom on the Upper West Side (7 West 83rd Street)
12-3pm
Are you looking for a summer camp for your child? After introducing thousands of local families to day camps and sleepaway camps, we will soon be hosting the final two Camp Fairs of the season, coming up on Saturday, April 9 (Upper East Side) and Sunday, April 10 (Upper West Side).The Camp Fairs (the largest in NYC) offer families the unprecedented opportunity to speak with a big host of camp directors and get essential questions answered: What kinds of camps are right for my child? Should my child go to day camp in the city or out of the city? Is my child ready for sleepaway camp? Should we look at general camps or specialty camps? Interested? Click HERE to pre-register for the Camp Fair that is most convenient for you and your family.

Sunday, April 10

Good Deeds Day
Herald Square
10am-5pm
Join millions of people around the world (in 42 US states and 70 countries) as they celebrate Good Deeds Day with acts of kindness. Stop by Herald Square and “do a good deed on-the-go!” With over 40 participating organizations and numerous activities, the NYC event will warm your heart. Plant a tulip bulb in a local park, write letters to senior citizens in care centers, write thoughtful sentiments on the Good Deeds Board, donate canned goods to a food drive, and participate in other kind-hearted activities during this day-long, family-friendly event. This event is free.

Milstein Science Series: Wild Antarctica
American Museum of Natural History
11am-4pm
Learn all about Antarctica this Sunday at the American Museum of Natural History’s Wild Antarctica science festival, part of the museum’s Milstein Science series. All ages will enjoy exploring the vast array of marine life that live underneath the frozen landscape of the world’s coldest continent. The afternoon will feature a live penguin demo, interactive activities, and performances. Free with museum admission.

Story Pirates
NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts
2pm
Let the Story Pirates take your kids on an epic storytelling adventure at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts this Sunday. Using ideas from the audience, this improv group will weave tales into songs that’ll leave children howling with laughter. Prior to the performance, (1pm) join other audience members for a free arts and crafts activity, Mad Libs, and more! This event is part of the center’s “Big Red Chair Family Series.” Recommended for ages 4-10. Tickets start at $25.

Young Actors at Strasberg

Young Actors at Strasberg&nbsp;offers a comprehensive array of acting programs for students in grades 2 &ndash;&nbsp;12. Classes provide kids and teens with a foundation in Lee Strasberg's Method Acting and the tools to succeed in the professional industry &ndash;&nbsp;all while maintaining a fun and playful environment. Programs are tailored to encompass students at all levels, from those just beginning their acting journey to Broadway veterans and professional child actors. Young Actors at Strasberg alumni include Lady Gaga, Sophia Lillis, Angelina Jolie, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Rosario Dawson! Young Actors&nbsp;Programs are available online and in-person at our New York Campus, located in Union Square. Saturday, After-School and Online classes are offered during the traditional school year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and Monday through Friday day camps and intensives are held in&nbsp;July and August. About The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute: Founded in 1969 by Lee and Anna Strasberg, The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute is the only school that teaches Lee Strasberg's work in its complete and authentic form. The Institute's goal is to provide students with a craft that will help them create a reality and respond truthfully in imaginary circumstances, regardless of the style or form of material being used. LSTFI is proud to have award-winning alumni from around the world working as writers, directors, and actors in all mediums.

Studio E Art Classes

Art, drawing, illustration, painting, and pottery.&nbsp; Studio E Art Classes for ages 2 &frac12; to adult offers a creative space to find joy and rest in the creative arts. 7-week sessions are available for all classes, or just drop into a class to give it a try. Studio E Art is a great place to schedule a birthday party, celebration, scout troop activity, fundraiser and more.&nbsp; Summer camps for children and tweens are available for half or full day in art or pottery. Find a complete list of classes, descriptions, and times on our&nbsp;<a href="https://studioeartclass.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a>, or give us a call at 631-744-4001 <span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">

Speakitaly NYC

SPEAKITALY NYC offers stimulating and entertaining lessons for children 0 to 16 years through a wide combination of activities based on the communicative approach anchored in the Common European Framework of Reference: active learning (group work, role plays, etc.) and practice exercises aimed to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Kids will start speaking and using Italian in a very natural way.&nbsp; Small classes capped at 6 students to make sure each one gets the needed attention and facilitate learners' progress.&nbsp; Our method is driven by a didactic method that is the result of constant updates, professional certifications and more than 10 years of experience in working with non-native speakers from different native languages and levels of knowledge. Our aim is to develop a range of Italian language skills while improving accuracy that will enable the students and participants to interact without stress or feeling rushed. We want to help those in the community really embrace not only the true culture in Italy but the Italian culture within New York City&hellip; Who doesn&rsquo;t love what Italy represents in the kitchen, in history &amp; in the arts? Speakitaly wants to support multilingual families who want to learn a new language or pass along their ancestor&rsquo;s heritage and culture. Raffaella, the founder said: "We see language awareness and intercultural sensitivity as the milestones for an inclusive society. Italian, like all other languages, is an enrichment and a growth in every way. Vi aspettiamo!"